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Ronald Harnois Obituary
Harnois, 68
WESTBROOK -- Ronald Bruce Harnois, 68, of Main Street, Westbrook, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, surrounded by his four children at the Barron Center after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Westbrook, the son of Robert and Irene (Beaumier) Harnois. He graduated from Westbrook High School in 1961 where he excelled as a runner on the track team. His nickname in high school became 'Chief.'
For many years, Ron delivered heating oil for his father's business, Harnois Oil Company and later became the dispatcher for Gray Oil Company. He also worked many years at S.D. Warren before retiring. He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church and St. Anthony's Church in Westbrook.
Ronald was a member of the Knights of Columbus and served as Faithful Grand Knight (3rd Degree) and Faithful Navigator (4th Degree). He was also a former President of the Southern Maine Oil Dealers and a member of the Eagles Club in Westbrook.
Ron enjoyed going to the beach, lobster bakes with his family, and family vacations. He also found joy in playing card games and taking bus trips with his father to Foxwoods Casino. Ron will always be remembered as a kind and gentle person.
He was predeceased by his mother Irene in 2006. Ronald is survived by his father, Robert L. Harnois of Westbrook; the mother of his four children, Joan (Gherardi) Harnois of Westbrook; a son, Christopher and his wife Kelly Harnois of Westbrook, three daughters, Janice and husband Steven Drew of Gorham, Carolyn and Michael Starks of Bangor, and Stephanie and husband Craig Aham of Westbrook; a brother, Robert L. Harnois Jr. and his companion Jan Sullivan of Auburn, a sister, Debra Harnois of Westbrook; and 11 grandchildren.
Visiting hours will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Blais & Hay Funeral Home, 35 Church St., Westbrook, followed by a memorial service at 1 p.m. Interment will be private with family.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staffs of VNA Hospice and the Barron Center for the care and compassion they showed to Ronald during his illness.
In lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to:
VNA Hospice
144 State St.
Portland, Maine 04101
Ronald Bruce
Harnois
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Jimmy Boucher
December 13, 2011
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to the whole family.
JACK MCCARTHY
December 6, 2011
VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF RON,S DEATH.MY HE REST IN PEACE.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIM.
Alphee and Judy Lefebvre
December 6, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the famiy. Alphee enjoyed knowing him as well as playing cards every other week. He certainly will be missed.
Lee and Charlene Gerrish
December 6, 2011
Our sincerest sympathies to your family. It is never easy to lose someone we love.
Steve Coffin
December 6, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Harnois Family, may many pleasant memories comfort you at this difficult time , enjoy each others company and cherish the memories
Lydia Drew
December 6, 2011
I miss you very much Grampy Ronie. I remember so many times with you since the time i was born. Love you Grampy!
- Lydia
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